President Donald Trump's election win has led to speculation about who will serve as the next defense secretary. Former national security adviser Robert O'Brien, Rep. Michael Waltz, former secretary of state Mike Pompeo, and former congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard are among the reported candidates. O'Brien and Cotton have withdrawn their names from consideration, but O'Brien would still accept the job if Trump asks. Pompeo is considered a frontrunner due to his role in the Trump administration's tough stance on Iran and China. Gabbard is seen as a 'dark horse' candidate but faces controversy over her past statements and meetings with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.
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